Clint Black<\/a> will give fans an intimate look into his life with the upcoming release of his memoir, KILLIN\u2019 TIME: My Life and Music<\/a><\/em>, arriving May 19, 2026.<\/p>\n Named after his hit song and 1989 debut album, the book finds the \u201990s country icon reflecting on his journey as a singer, songwriter, husband to Lisa Hartman Black, and father to Lily Pearl Black. Starting with his Texas upbringing\u2014marked by \u201cnear-death\u201d experiences as a child\u2014it follows him through his rise in music, including dropping out of high school to pursue his dream and eventually becoming a country hitmaker. The memoir also features a 16-page color photo insert, offering fans a visual glimpse into his life and career.<\/p>\n The 2025 BMI Icon Award<\/a> recipient shares behind-the-scenes stories of his life and career, giving readers a candid look at the highs, lows, and pivotal moments that shaped him.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cThis is the story of a dreamer with a persistent soul. After ten years of playing clubs in Texas, I never knew if I\u2019d get the chance to record my music in Nashville. And then, in one year, my life changed forever,\u201d Black shares. \u201cIf my story\u2014this crazy, 40-year rollercoaster ride\u2014can inspire that young singer-songwriter grinding every day, or support someone struggling through a seemingly endless pursuit of a dream, then I\u2019ll know my life has made a difference.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cClint Black is part of the fabric of America. An icon in the world of country music, his talent spans nearly 40 years of our culture,\u201d Harper Influence Publisher Lisa Sharkey added. \u201cHis tough Texas upbringing and rise to the pinnacle of his craft, coupled with his love story with wife and actress Lisa Hartman, will leave readers with a new appreciation for this extraordinary man and his music.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cThis is more than a musician\u2019s memoir; it\u2019s the definitive account of a transformative era in country music,\u201d said Maddie Pillari, Editor.<\/p>\n With over twenty million records sold, twenty-two number-one singles, including \u201cA Better Man,\u201d \u201cWhen My Ship Comes In,\u201d and \u201cSummer\u2019s Comin\u2019,\u201d 31 top-ten hits, nearly two dozen gold and platinum awards, countless CMA and ACM honors, a Grammy Award, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Clint Black\u2019s career stands as a testament to his enduring impact on country music and his status as one of the genre\u2019s true icons.<\/p>\n Clint Black continues to tour, launching his Back on the Black Top Tour<\/em> February 12 in Nashville, TN, with three shows and continuing around the U.S. through the spring. Full details are on his official website<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"Killin'](\"https:\/\/countrynow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/KillinTime-1024x683.jpg\")